Laura Lynch

Laura Lynch has written 98 posts for PRI's The World

British Defense Chief Steps Down

UK Defense Minister Liam Fox has resigned after a week of pressure over his working relationship with friend and self-styled adviser Adam Werritty.

Afghanistan Working to Rebuild its Shattered Justice System

Millions of dollars have been spent on training lawyers and judges, but many Afghans still shun courts in favor of traditional methods.

Doing Business in Afghanistan

The last 10 years have actually created the foundation for a booming economy in Afghanistan – at least for some.

Children Surviving in War Torn Afghanistan

There are millions of children growing up in Afghanistan who have known nothing but war and violence.

Graffiti Artists of Kabul

How local Kabul artists are using the rubble of bombed out buildings as their canvasses.

Afghanistan’s History of War on Display

Afghanistan’s long history as a battleground is documented in a small museum on the outskirts of Kabul.

Reporting the War in Afghanistan

There’s been a rise in violence in Afghanistan this year. After a number of high profile attacks, it’s becoming harder for journalists to do their job.

A Strange Rhythm to Life in Troubled Kabul

As we crawled along in the chaos that is Kabul’s afternoon rush hour yesterday, Iqbal casually turned to me and mentioned that his wife had gone into labor [...]

Widows in War-Torn Afghanistan

Thousands of Afghan men have been killed during the long war in Afghanistan, leaving their families without a father and a husband.

Afghans Mourn The Death Of Rabbani

Afghans gathered in Kabul to mourn High Peace Council chief Burhanuddin Rabbani and protest at his killing by a suicide bomber on Tuesday.

Afghan Peace Council Head Rabbani Killed in Bomb Blast

As head of the council, Rabbani was leading Afghan efforts to negotiate with the Taliban.

Cameron Working for Reset of UK – Russia Relations

It’s the first time a British Prime Minister has visited Russia since relations soured over the poisoning of an ex-Russian spy in London in 2006.

Bahrain Opposition Finds a Voice With Lualua TV

The Arab spring didn’t take hold in Bahrain, but now the opposition has found a new way to be heard.

Concerns Over UK Riot Sentences

On Tuesday, two men were jailed for four years for using Facebook to incite riots.

New Play Opens in London About Syrian Protests

Syrian playwright Mohammad al-Attar is premiering a short play about the protests in his own country.